[2026] Perfect for Halloween Parties! A Collection of BGM for Halloween and Horror Movies
What makes or breaks a Halloween party is, of course, the music! There are countless tracks that instantly elevate the Halloween vibe—unforgettable theme songs from classic Halloween films and spine-chilling scores from horror movies that send shivers down your spine.
In this article, we’ll introduce songs you can use for any scene, from staple Halloween movie themes that set the mood for costume parties and events to the latest popular horror movie soundtracks.
They’re sure to turn your party into an unforgettable memory.
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[2026] For Your Halloween Party! A Collection of Background Music from Halloween and Horror Movies (61–70)
Building a MonsterSkylar Grey
An inspiration song for the 2012 animated film Frankenweenie.
It’s an emotional track that likens the sorrow of a wounded human to that of a monster.
Skylar Grey also contributed a song to the 2015 erotic film Fifty Shades of Grey.
Whatcha Gonna Do About It?The Litter
A song used in director Mike Mills’s 2010 film Beginners.
It plays during the scene where the protagonist and heroine, who met at a Halloween party, dance together.
It’s a classic track released in 1967 by The Litter, a band that represents 1960s–70s garage punk.
VampireVersailles
The theme song chosen for the Japanese vampire-themed film “Vampire Stories: CHASERS” is “Vampire” by the visual kei metal band Versailles.
For the simultaneously released “Vampire Stories: BROTHERS,” the band’s “MASQUERADE” was used.
Both tracks were written specifically for the films and were included on the 2011 album “Holy Grail.” Amid the hard, technically proficient performance, there’s a certain classical feel to the sound, making it a quintessentially metal track.
GhostbustersWalk the Moon
This is the theme song for the reboot of Ghostbusters, performed by the rock band Walk the Moon, who made a hit with their song “Shut Up and Dance,” reminiscent of 80s hit tunes.
Its funky arrangement evokes the comical tone of the original 1984 film.
Why not? / Who cares? / It’s all good.ikimonogakari
When it comes to Halloween, the charm is not just the fun but also the hint of spookiness, right? So let me introduce “Ee Ja Nai Ka,” the theme song for the perfect Halloween movie, The Great Yokai War: Guardians.
The film follows a boy played by Kokoro Terada who leads yokai into battle to protect the world.
In the song, a wish for peace is sung over a festival-like rhythm.
It’s a high-energy track, yet it compellingly conveys the eerie atmosphere of yokai—that’s its appeal.
